London to Funchal Flights

London Heathrow Airport

London Heathrow Airport is the main airport that serves those traveling in and out of the city. You can book low-cost flights from London to any city in the world through Orbitz.com. London Heathrow Airport is the busiest airport in the United Kingdom. It is located west of central London and offers direct and connecting flights to locations throughout the world. The major airlines that service Heathrow Airport include Air Canada, Air France, Air China, American Airlines, Australian Airlines and British Airways. You can book flights on these, and many other airlines that fly out of this airport, on Orbitz.com.

Parking at Heathrow Airport

London Heathrow Airport has long-term and short-term parking lots. Long-term parking is available at Terminal 1, Terminal 3 and Terminal 4 and costs £17.90 per day. Short-term parking is available at every terminal and is free for the first 15 minutes. You are then charged £2.80 per hour. Each parking lot has shuttle services that travelers can use to get to the airport's main entrance.

London Ground Transportation

London has public busses, trams, a light rail service and a heavy rail service. London's transport system serves every area of the city and provides services directly to London Heathrow Airport. There are complimentary shuttle services available that take travelers from bus and rail stops close to the airport right to the ticket gates. There are also taxi services available to travelers as well. If you are flying into London and need transportation, book a rental car in advance on Orbitz.com.

Airport Dining Facilities

There are many places to dine in London Heathrow Airport, including Coffee Republic, The Bridge Bar, The Skylark and Bagel Street. Krispy Kreme, TGI Friday's and Starbucks are also located in the dining area. Always use Orbitz.com to find great sales on flights from London, and arrive to the airport early enough to grab a snack and relax before your trip.

Flying to Funchal

Flights to Funchal, the capital of the Portuguese island of Madeira, are easy to look up and book on Orbitz.com. Domestic and international flights are welcomed through Madeira Airport, which is approximately eight miles northeast of the city of Funchal. Ten airlines currently arrive daily at the airport, once known as being one of the trickiest landings in the world. Airlines currently serving the airport include EasyJet, TAP Portugal, and Air Berlin.

Getting Around in Funchal

Bus services to the city of Funchal from the airport are available at a cost of 3.25 Euros. Services run every 15 minutes to half an hour. Aerobus is a shuttle service operating out of the airport, offering door-to-door transfers to several nearby hotels. There is also one taxi stand located in the arrivals area of the terminal. Fares are based on a metered service, and there is an extra charge for luggage. You can look to Orbitz.com for help in finding and booking a hire car at discount pricing. Seven hire agencies currently operate in the baggage claim area of Madeira Airport.

Weather Averages in Funchal

Funchal has an extremely mild climate, with average temperatures year round in the low 60s to low 70s, so a light jacket or sweater should suffice. Rain falls year round with the highest average rainfall occurring in December and January. Don't forget your umbrella if you're planning a New Year trip.

Things to Do in Funchal

Funchal is an outdoor lover's delight, offering everything from meandering hikes to adventures on the water. When you first arrive, the Monte cable car will give you a beautiful view of all that Funchal has to offer. Whale watchers can travel out into open water on Madeira Catamarans, while those who enjoy horseback riding can head on out to Quinta do Riacho. Whatever you decide to do, choose Orbitz.com when it comes to looking for flights to Funchal.